medieval English silver groat minted in London during the re...
medieval English silver groat minted in London during the reign of King Henry VII (1485–1509).
Reverse Inscriptions & Meaning
The reverse features a traditional long cross pattée with three pellets in each inner angle, layered with two concentric rings of text:
• Inner Circle: Reads CIVITAS LONDON (Latin for "City of London"), identifying it directly as an issue from the London Mint.
• Outer Circle: Reads POSVI DEVM ADIVTORVM MEVM (Latin for "I have made God my helper", derived from the Psalms).
Precise Classification
Based on the style of the lettering, the crown visible on the obverse side, and the overall design, this is a Facing Bust Issue (Class III) groat. This specific style of coinage was hammered at the Tower of London roughly between 1495 and 1502.
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medieval English silver groat minted in London during the reign of King Henry VII (1485–1509).
Reverse Inscriptions & Meaning
The reverse features a traditional long cross pattée with three pellets in each inner angle, layered with two concentric rings of text:
• Inner Circle: Reads CIVITAS LONDON (Latin for "City of London"), identifying it directly as an issue from the London Mint.
• Outer Circle: Reads POSVI DEVM ADIVTORVM MEVM (Latin for "I have made God my helper", derived from the Psalms).
Precise Classification
Based on the style of the lettering, the crown visible on the obverse side, and the overall design, this is a Facing Bust Issue (Class III) groat. This specific style of coinage was hammered at the Tower of London roughly between 1495 and 1502.
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